Charles Alcock
Managing Editor
Charles Alcock is a senior editor with AIN, having rejoined the company in 2019. He has been an aviation journalist since 1986, and previously worked for AIN from 1990 to 2017, most recently as editor-in-chief. His main focus is on covering new aviation technology and business models, as well as international news.
Having been raised in the London area, Alcock studied at Manchester University in the northwest of England and earned an honors degree in Politics and Modern History. He speaks English and French, and some German.
Latest from Charles Alcock
Maintenance and Modifications
Thailand's MJets Becomes Gulfstream Warranty Center
Bangkok facility expands Asia Pacific support network
FutureFlight
Business Aircraft Operator Backs Vaeridion's Plans for Electric Microliner Aircraft
Vaeridion is deploying a long wingspan to maximize range for an aircraft it believes will find roles in the private aviation and regional air mobility sectors.
FutureFlight
EHang Reports Certification Testing Complete for EH216-S eVTOL Aircraft
The Chinese company is eagerly awaiting an uptick in revenues once initial type certification is in hand and it can accelerate deliveries of the two-seat autonomous vehicle.
Aircraft
European Charter Group Backs Vaeridion Electric Aircraft
Microliner could carry nine passengers up to 500 kilometers
Charter & Fractional
Singapore Air Charter Offers Installment and Crypto Payments
Jet operator wants to attract wider client base
Aircraft
XTI Seeks Inpixon Merger To Fund TriFan VTOL Aircraft
The turboshaft-powered aircraft would have longer range than eVTOLs
Environment
USAF Contract Boosts JetZero's Blended-wing Body Design
JetZero promises to halve fuel burn and emissions
FutureFlight
Maglev Aero Pursues Aviation Use Case for Magnetic Levitation
The Boston-based start-up is raising funds to develop its HyperDrive system for new aircraft, including eVTOL vehicles.
FutureFlight
Inpixon Shareholders Set To Vote on Merger with VTOL Developer XTI Aircraft
A merger preceding a combined Nasdaq market listing could be approved on September 8, with the transaction expected to be concluded during the fourth quarter of this year.
FutureFlight
TCab Starts Flight Testing eVTOL Aircraft Technology Demonstrator
The Chinese company aims to achieve domestic certification for its five-seat E20 eVTOL vehicle in 2025 with the Civil Aviation Administration of China.
FutureFlight
JetZero's Blended-Wing Body Aircraft Boosted by U.S. Air Force Contract
The aircraft, which is being developed for military and civil airline applications, is under consideration for the Pentagon's future airlifter and tanker requirements.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
FutureFlight On The Radar
Aircraft Makers Push For Performance-based Approach to eVTOL Regulations
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association compiled an industry-wide response to FAA’s proposed Special Federal Aviation Regulation for Integration of Powered Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations that will apply to new eVTOL aircraft.
Regulations and Government
GAMA Calls for Performance-based eVTOL Regulations
Group comments on FAA Special Federal Aviation Regulation
Aircraft
FlyExclusive Backs Textron's Plans for Nexus eVTOL Aircraft
Charter operator joins Textron eAviation advisory board
FutureFlight
Charter Operator FlyExclusive Joins Advisory Board for Textron's Nexus eVTOL Aircraft
Textron's eAviation division is building the first prototype of the four-passenger hybrid-electric vehicle.
Charter & Fractional
Sino Jet Orders 100 Aerofugia eVTOLs
Tiltrotor to operate alongside its business jet fleet
FutureFlight
Chinese Private Aviation Group Sino Jet Orders Aerofugia eVTOL Aircraft
The companies have confirmed an agreement struck on July 26 that calls for Sino Jet to add up to 100 of the AE200 eVTOL vehicles to its fleet of business jets.
FutureFlight
Vertical Silent On Possible Impact of eVTOL Aircraft Prototype Flight Test Crash On Service Entry Timeline
Images posted online show significant damage to the first full-scale prototype of the company's VX4 eVTOL aircraft following a motor failure flight test.
FutureFlight
ZeroAvia Unveils Oxygen Compressor For Hydrogen Fuel Cell Propulsion System
The company says the technology will support aircraft fuel cell-based powertrains with power ratings of up to 900 kW.
Accidents
Vertical Confirms Flight-test Incident with eVTOL Prototype
No injuries during motor failure test
FutureFlight
Cash Reserve Reporting Reveals Haves and Have-nots among eVTOL Aircraft Developers
Vertical Aerospace has confirmed that its VX4 eVTOL prototype aircraft was involved in a safety incident during flight testing at Cotswold Airport in the UK.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Air Charter Expo at Biggin Hill Set for Record Attendance
Exhibit space almost sold out
Maintenance and Modifications
JSSI Boosts Maintenance Support Team in Latin America
Appointments support JSSI's products and services in region
Fuel
Air bp Announces Aircraft Fuel Hub in Brazil
Paulinia facility to improve jet-A supply, logistics
Environment
DynoFlight Simplifies Carbon Removal Credit Purchases
Offsets fund direct extraction of carbon dioxide
FutureFlight
Transcend Reboots Its Air Mobility Offering with Redesigned Vy 421 VTOL Aircraft
The U.S. company is chasing more funding to advance its plans for civil and military applications in partnership with Israel Aerospace Industries and Kaman.
FutureFlight
Uncrewed Traffic Management Pioneer Works to Kick-start Advanced Air Mobility in Asia
While eVTOL aircraft and uncrewed drones will operate differently in various countries, Heron AirBridge says a robust approach to air traffic management will be the key to success.
Charter & Fractional
Jet.AI Says CharterGPT App Will Boost Flight Bookings
AI app uses natural voice processing
